The Egyptian Lesson: The People’s Voice Doesn’t Matter
RAMZY BAROUD: It's a dismal, depressing conclusion to make following events over the past two weeks. But it's clear what 'democracy' means for Egyptians …
A Key Project: Morocco’s Fishermen Receive Vital Aid
DEREK WORKMAN, VIEW FROM FEZ: It isn't a massive financial programme but its impact has been huge for fishermen and consumers in Morocco…
No Triumphalism: ‘We Should Reach Out to Morsi Supporters’
NADINE EL SAYED: I supported the demonstrations that have helped topple President Morsi but I'm acutely aware of the feelings of his supporters …
Democracy and Revolutions: Drawing a Line Is Not Easy
HANI SHURKALLAH, TABSIR: How could the people of Egypt support the parody of democracy that the Muslim Brotherhood had established? …
‘A Mental Defect’, Mr Brooks? Try Looking in the Mirror.
DANIEL M. VARISCO: David Brooks is taking a dangerous road by ascribing what he calls 'mental deficiencies' to the Egyptian people. …
Ballot Box or Revolt: The Choice Facing Brotherhood
JUAN COLE: The Muslim Brotherhood faces a choice. If they go one route it could lead Egypt into a period of profound and long-lasting devastation …
Wasted Opportunities: Brotherhood Is ‘Egypt’s Tea Party’
JUAN COLE: President Morsi has no one to blame but himself. By imposing a 'Brotherisation' of Egyptian politics he has forced the opposition onto the streets. …
Millitant Football Fans To The Fore Again in Egypt Protests
JAMES M. DORSEY: Militant football fans are arguably Egypt's largest civic group. They're preparing to confront President Morsi as they previously did Mubarak…
Violence: The Cancer At the Heart of Tunisian Society
MOHAMMED MESSAI, CGNEWS: Rather than being a last resort the lure of the gun is proving irresistible to all across the political spectrum …
Satire in the Arab World: Getting to the Crux of Issues
TABSIR: Jon Stewart's recent appearance on Bassem Youssef's Egyptian show underscores the power that satirists have to unsettle holders of power …
